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Community Foundation awarded $750,000 in Lilly Endowment matching funds
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
Putnam County Community Foundation (PCCF) has received a matching fund grant totaling $750,000 as part of the eighth phase of Lilly Endowment Inc.’s initiative, Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT VIII). PCCF will use the funding to grow its unrestricted endowments, a collection of discretionary funds which fuel the organization’s grantmaking programs and other initiatives which seek to meet the current and future needs of Putnam County. ...
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Public information meeting Thursday on U.S. 231 project in Greencastle
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
A public information meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, March 28 on the upcoming U.S. 231 construction project in Greencastle. The project, expected to begin April 9 (following the April 8 eclipse), involves road and water line reconstruction...
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Depot project details, railroad history shared at annual gathering of HPS
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
Maybe not exactly for “all the live-long day,” but members of the Putnam County Heritage Preservation Society (HSP) have been working on the railroad. In this case, the Vandalia-Pennsylvania Railroad and specifically its old freight depot along Berry Street off what was once the north side of the railroad tracks (now the site of Veterans Memorial Highway) in Greencastle’s South End...
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As spring breaks end, PCSO urges heeding school bus stops
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
As students head back to the classroom after spring break, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is reminding motorists to stop for school buses. When school bus red lights are flashing and a stop arm is extended, drivers must come to a complete stop. The office noted that despite thousands of motorists being cited under the state’s Stop Arm Violation Enforcement (SAVE) program, unsafe driving around school buses continues to be a concern...
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Greencastle Arts Council, PCM announces call for submissions
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
The Greencastle Arts Council, in collaboration with the Putnam County Museum, is now accepting submissions to the fifth annual Putnam County Adult Visual Arts Exhibition. This year’s exhibit, which will be held at the PCM (1105 N. Jackson St.), is scheduled to open to the public on July 13 and run through Sept. 20. Deadline for submission of artwork is May 20...
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Civic League calls for artists, sponsors for 31st Parkfest season
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
The 31st season of Parkfest, the annual concert series presented by the Greencastle Civic League, is set for every Tuesday in June and July at the bandshell at Robe-Ann Park. The shows begin on Tuesday, June 4 with local favorites Mike Van Rensselaer and Tad Robinson on the bill...
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Happy (safe) eclipse watching
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
On April 8, residents of Putnam and Hendricks counties will have a front-row seat to view a spectacular astrological phenomenon. A total solar eclipse will occur in the afternoon, darkening the skies over central and southern Indiana. This will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view a total solar eclipse in the Hoosier state. Therefore, we should take advantage of this chance to see one of nature’s rarest wonders...
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NP board approves specialized personnel, overseas trips
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
ROACHDALE — Touting afterward of an exceptionally productive meeting, the North Putnam School Board set in motion to expanding opportunities for students on Thursday. This entailed the board giving its blessing for personnel to lead literacy efforts and a burgeoning Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program. Then it was about supporting overseas trips to continue a travel component that has proven successful...
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Rebecca ‘Becky’ Ann (Gardner) Richards
(Obituary ~ 03/25/24)
Rebecca “Becky” Ann (Gardner) Richards, age 81, passed away on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024 at her home in Mechanicsburg, Pa., surrounded by loving family members after an extended battle with lymphoma. Becky was born on April 25, 1942 in Greencastle to the late Jerome Clifford Gardner and Gracie M. (Miller) Gardner...
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Join in the fight against invasive plants
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
Do you know what an invasive species is? It is a plant or organism that is not native to our environment, and one that can cause (or is likely to cause) harm to our environment, economy and/or human health. There are several different invasive species currently in Putnam County and the surrounding area, including the Callery (or Bradford) pear, garlic mustard and Asian bush honeysuckle, to name a few. ...
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Turkey Run, Shades to host party in the parks for eclipse
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
MARSHALL — Indiana State Parks are gearing up for record numbers of visitors for the April 8 solar eclipse with inns and campgrounds at full capacity for the weekend ahead of the spectacular Monday event. Both Turkey Run and Shades state parks are planning a fun day full of activities for those visitors who will gather to watch the rare occurrence...
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Non-food pantry distribution set Saturday
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
The Putnam County Non-Food Pantry will distribute cleaning and hygiene products this Saturday, March 30 from noon-2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. Distribution takes place inside Hamilton Hall and a light lunch will be served. Attendees must present proof of Putnam County residency, which can include a driver’s license or recent utility bill. Those coming to pick up items for neighbors should bring their identification...
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Bainbridge VFD hosting breakfast Saturday
(Local News ~ 03/25/24)
BAINBRIDGE — The Bainbridge Volunteer Fire Department will host a biscuits-and-gravy breakfast this Saturday, March 30 beginning at 7 a.m. The fire department is located at 500 W. Pat Rady Way.
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